Melbourne Travel Guide

Melbourne is a melting pot of different cultures, all brewed
together to create a dynamic, stylish city which, though slick and
modern, boasts a pleasantly sedate pace of life. Several distinct,
characterful neighbourhoods, like Fitzroy and St Kilda, offer
restaurants,
arts and crafts, and cultural attractions for travellers, and
Melbourne is also known for good shopping and a feisty
nightlife.

Melbourne's residents proudly assert that the city offers an
incredibly high standard of living and is wonderfully
child-friendly. The many parks and gardens, and the nearby
vineyards and wilderness areas, promise lots of outdoor fun for
adventurous visitors. The city is a lovely destination for family
holidays, for active adventurers, and for culture vultures.

Best time to visit Melbourne

Peak seasons for holidays in Melbourne are dictated more by
events than the weather, so it is wise to check what's on and book
accommodation early to avoid disappointment. Busy times are late
October, when the Spring Racing Carnival and International Festival
take place, early March for the Formula 1 Grand Prix, and late
January during the Australian Tennis Open. Weather-wise it is best
not to travel to Melbourne in winter (June to August), when it is
dull and grey. The best season to holiday in Melbourne weather-wise
is autumn (March to May). Read more on Melbourne's Climate and
Weather.

Getting there

International flights land at Melbourne-Tullamarine Airport,
located 15 miles (25km) north of Melbourne's city centre. The
airport is world-class and easily accessible from anywhere in
Melbourne. Get more information on Airports in
Melbourne.

Did you know?

-Thanks to colonist John Batman, Melbourne was originally called
Batmania.

-The car park of the Queen Victoria Market is built over a
cemetery containing some 9,000 bodies.

-Melbourne is said to be home to more foxes than any other city
in the world.

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